: This creates a secondary layer to the "confused hearts" mentioned in the title. Momonosuke and Shinobu are forced to reconcile their memories of the real Oden with this powerful warrior who insists on being recognized as him. Production and Impact

One Piece Episode 1024, titled , serves as a major emotional turning point in the Wano Country Arc. It centers on the shocking "resurrection" of the legendary samurai Kozuki Oden and the psychological impact his return has on his loyal followers. The Return of Kozuki Oden

For fans looking to catch up on the series or revisit this moment, it is available on platforms like Apple TV and specialized anime streaming services. Yamato | One Piece Wiki | Fandom

The episode’s climax occurs when the wounded Akazaya Nine, recovering in the treasure repository, are suddenly greeted by a figure claiming to be their lord, Kozuki Oden.

: Driven by a deep admiration for Oden's execution and his "Oden's Journal," Yamato has spent years "becoming" him.

The episode is part of the legendary Wano Country Arc, known for its high-budget animation and cinematic directing. It highlights the central theme of Oden's "Will"—showing how his legacy can be both a source of immense strength (for Yamato and the alliance) and a dangerous weakness (when weaponized against the Akazaya by Kanjuro).

: While the episode frames this as a miracle, series lore and subsequent reveals indicate that this "Oden" is a cruel deception. In One Piece continuity, the real Kozuki Oden is confirmed deceased. This specific appearance was actually a masterfully crafted ink drawing created by the traitor Kanjuro to exploit the emotional vulnerability of his former comrades. Parallel Identity: Yamato as Oden

While the Akazaya face a fake Oden, the episode also contrasts this with , who embodies Oden’s spirit in a different way.